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The New York Giants are shaping their 2026 53-man roster by trading for Baltimore DT C.J. Okoye, shipping out eight players including Isaiah Hodgins, Kobe Prentice, Josiah Deguera, Brenden Jaimes, Damon Bankston, Leki Fotu, Anfernee Orji and Ugo Amadi, and naming Dominic Zvada as the kicker. There are also ongoing trade rumors (Gervon Dexter) as the deadline to set the roster by 6 p.m. ET on Sunday approaches.
The New York Giants reportedly added defensive lineman C.J. Okoye from the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for a 2028 seventh-round pick. Okoye, who came to the NFL through the International Pathway program, spent 2023-24 with the Chargers’ practice squad, joined Baltimore last season and appeared in 15 games with 15 tackles and a pass breakup. The trade helps the Ravens trim their roster to the 53-player limit ahead of the deadline, while giving the Giants another option as they finalize cuts.
Los Angeles Chargers defensive lineman CJ Okoye, a Nigerian athlete participating in the NFL's International Player Pathway program, recorded his first-ever sack in his first-ever organized football game during a preseason matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Okoye's teammates and coaches celebrated the historic moment, highlighting his remarkable journey and athleticism. While his chances of making the roster are uncertain, Okoye's performance has garnered attention and admiration from fans and former players. The Chargers ultimately won the game 34-17.
CJ Okoye, a Nigerian athlete signed by the Chargers through the NFL's International Player Pathway program, recorded a sack in his first-ever football game during a preseason match against the Rams. Despite being a long shot for the 53-man roster, Okoye's achievement was celebrated by his teammates and coach, who praised his remarkable journey. He is expected to at least make the Chargers' practice squad and may have a future in the sport.